I am a 70 year old army combat veteran who tears up every time I hear the BA performance. I have watched band competitions since my daughter was in band in the late 80's and early 90's and now my granddaughters. I know very little about judging or how winners are selected. I do know that at the end of competition that placement of a band is nothing more than a number established by a handful of judges with their own agendas and prejudices as we all have. However, I will truly say that at the end of Broken Arrow's performance there were 30,000 people in the audience who departed that facility knowing they had been both entertained and moved to tears all in one glorious patriotic theme that will be long remembered on that Veterans day, especially by me and all the vets in attendance. Hats off to all 12 of the finalist and a wonderful group of kids that gave heart and soul. Let us all remember it is not about the winning, but the journey and the relationships we make along the way. You are all winners by participating and giving your all in such a worth while program. Bands kids are the greatest asset to America because of their discipline and integrity taught throughout the band programs and competing. God Bless America!
I don't understand why people think getting 4th at Grand National finals is a bad thing, I agree that it was a fantastic show, but just because they have a show about America doesn't mean they should automatically get first. Secondly, just because they've scored higher in the past doesn't automatically give them the right to top 2. Top 4 at Grand Nationals is absolutely incredible!!
Here’s my opinion on this; I think Broken Arrow’s fourth place was pretty much what they deserved. They chose an “easy” performance to base their show off of, and that was patriotism. Obviously, the crowd loved that. You really need to ask yourself this though: was the crowd cheering for Broken Arrow or patriotism? Although I do agree their word-formation was impressive, they kinda cheated: the capes hid their feet, meaning the judges couldn’t tell if Broken Arrow was actually on time with the beat. Also, they weren’t moving often when they were
I am super shocked at these Results , Wow , I wouldve never imagined Blue spring in top three , I for sure thought it was going to Be broken arrow Tarpon and Carmel for top 3 , kinda disagree , I mean this show was definitely a Top 2 worthy . 4th?? No way. probably the lowest Ive seen them place in yeeeeeears
As a band kid I know this is a competition but at the end of the day we came here to listen to great music at the end of the day scores don't matter I believe all of the band worked their you know what's off being a blue springs kid we are so lucky that we had the opportunity to even come close with competing with broken arrow I just want yall to know they kicked ass they worked hard and that's the whole point I think I've said enough
I miss marching in the Pride so much. I marched 2013-2016, and I'm so proud of the band as the lead the way for the future. Brought me to tears I miss it so much.
My band had a very similar show concept this same year but because it was our inaugural year of combining schools in the district to make a new bigger band everyone made it this big showdown between us and broken arrow when actually a lot of us loved watching brokens show and didn’t see them as anymore of a competitor than any other band at the competition. Years later and I can definitely say it’s still just as cool to watch this show as it was back then. Cheers to broken arrow 😊
So very proud of Broken Arrow Pride and their magnificent performance. It touched many hearts, stirred emotions and left us breathless! Thank you for honoring our country and those who serve(d).
I know they are big which hampers drill design to a certain point but there seemed to be a whole bunch of Park & Bark as we put it in Drum Corps. I would imagine their Budget is astronomical even without the major field props and the U.S. Flag. A very colorful group. The fast woodwind passages must have been a beast to get worked out. Nice Job all around.
1) this show is gorgeous! It really inspired me this past fall season as our show was also a patriotic show. 2) oh my lord is that guard huge. I think I counted 72? The guard I’m in is 23 strong and we thought that was impressive. I’m sure this isn’t the biggest guard out there but as a fairly new and still growing guard 72 is a number we can only dream of.
I am a 70 year old army combat veteran who tears up every time I hear the BA performance. I have watched band competitions since my daughter was in band in the late 80's and early 90's and now my granddaughters. I know very little about judging or how winners are selected. I do know that at the end of competition that placement of a band is nothing more than a number established by a handful of judges with their own agendas and prejudices as we all have. However, I will truly say that at the end of Broken Arrow's performance there were 30,000 people in the audience who departed that facility knowing they had been both entertained and moved to tears all in one glorious patriotic theme that will be long remembered on that Veterans day, especially by me and all the vets in attendance. Hats off to all 12 of the finalist and a wonderful group of kids that gave heart and soul. Let us all remember it is not about the winning, but the journey and the relationships we make along the way. You are all winners by participating and giving your all in such a worth while program. Bands kids are the greatest asset to America because of their discipline and integrity taught throughout the band programs and competing. God Bless America!
I don't understand why people think getting 4th at Grand National finals is a bad thing, I agree that it was a fantastic show, but just because they have a show about America doesn't mean they should automatically get first. Secondly, just because they've scored higher in the past doesn't automatically give them the right to top 2. Top 4 at Grand Nationals is absolutely incredible!!
Here’s my opinion on this; I think Broken Arrow’s fourth place was pretty much what they deserved. They chose an “easy” performance to base their show off of, and that was patriotism. Obviously, the crowd loved that. You really need to ask yourself this though: was the crowd cheering for Broken Arrow or patriotism? Although I do agree their word-formation was impressive, they kinda cheated: the capes hid their feet, meaning the judges couldn’t tell if Broken Arrow was actually on time with the beat. Also, they weren’t moving often when they were
I love at the beginning when they enter the field and all the band moms clap out of time
I am super shocked at these Results , Wow , I wouldve never imagined Blue spring in top three , I for sure thought it was going to Be broken arrow Tarpon and Carmel for top 3 , kinda disagree , I mean this show was definitely a Top 2 worthy . 4th?? No way. probably the lowest Ive seen them place in yeeeeeears
“silence all cellphones and electronics” the hell, who’s gonna hear it??
That’s my granddaughter’s high school. I am very proud of u Cloe.
They should have won
As a band kid I know this is a competition but at the end of the day we came here to listen to great music at the end of the day scores don't matter I believe all of the band worked their you know what's off being a blue springs kid we are so lucky that we had the opportunity to even come close with competing with broken arrow I just want yall to know they kicked ass they worked hard and that's the whole point I think I've said enough
I think this was a top 2 show for sure, i disagree with 4th
I miss marching in the Pride so much. I marched 2013-2016, and I'm so proud of the band as the lead the way for the future. Brought me to tears I miss it so much.
My favorite show of all time!! Just so good!
My band had a very similar show concept this same year but because it was our inaugural year of combining schools in the district to make a new bigger band everyone made it this big showdown between us and broken arrow when actually a lot of us loved watching brokens show and didn’t see them as anymore of a competitor than any other band at the competition. Years later and I can definitely say it’s still just as cool to watch this show as it was back then. Cheers to broken arrow 😊
Thank you BA - That was beautiful!!!
So very proud of Broken Arrow Pride and their magnificent performance. It touched many hearts, stirred emotions and left us breathless! Thank you for honoring our country and those who serve(d).
I know they are big which hampers drill design to a certain point but there seemed to be a whole bunch of Park & Bark as we put it in Drum Corps. I would imagine their Budget is astronomical even without the major field props and the U.S. Flag. A very colorful group. The fast woodwind passages must have been a beast to get worked out. Nice Job all around.
Such a great show about the evolution of american music. Fantastic job!
1) this show is gorgeous! It really inspired me this past fall season as our show was also a patriotic show. 2) oh my lord is that guard huge. I think I counted 72? The guard I’m in is 23 strong and we thought that was impressive. I’m sure this isn’t the biggest guard out there but as a fairly new and still growing guard 72 is a number we can only dream of.
Holy crap this is amazing
Had to come back and watch this again on Independence Day. Appropriate today. 🥰🥰❤️💙